Senior Design Engineer – Heavy Industrial Product Development
About The Position
HireNow Staffing is partnering with a well-established industrial manufacturer in Waterloo, Iowa, to hire multiple Senior Design Engineers to join a highly technical and collaborative engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mechanical design engineer who enjoys developing complex products from concept through production in a heavy manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on design expertise, strong engineering judgment, and a proven ability to deliver durable, cost-effective products that meet demanding customer specifications. Candidates must meet the required qualifications to be considered for interview.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (required)
- 5+ years of progressive design engineering experience
- Heavy industrial manufacturing background (mandatory)
- Proven ability to deliver mechanical designs from concept through production
- Strong proficiency with design and engineering software tools
- Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with technical data
- Solid understanding of manufacturing economics, cost drivers, and design-to-cost principles
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams
- Ability to work fully onsite in Waterloo, IA
Nice To Haves
- Heavy haul trailer or trailer manufacturing design experience
- Heavy equipment engineering background
- Exposure to hydraulics-based systems and rugged mechanical applications
- Experience identifying lean or automation-driven improvements within manufacturing workflows
- Demonstrated innovative mindset and continuous improvement orientation
Responsibilities
- Lead and execute engineering design projects based on customer needs, market trends, and competitive insights
- Design, evaluate, and improve mechanical systems using principles of mechanics, hydraulics, structural performance, and material science
- Develop feasibility studies, engineering test plans, and validation processes for new and existing products
- Research manufacturing methods, assembly approaches, and material selections to support scalable production
- Drive cost-effective design improvements through automation opportunities and process optimization
- Design or modify equipment and tools used in fabrication, assembly, or installation processes
- Ensure product integrity through prototype testing, design verification, and performance validation
- Prepare technical reports, engineering documentation, and product analysis based on detailed data collection
- Provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and operations
- Maintain compliance with applicable engineering regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices
- Support engineering documentation and product data management systems
- Stay current on evolving design technologies, lean manufacturing principles, and industry advancements
Benefits
- Full Benefits Package
- Competitive base salary: $80,000 – $100,000
- Annual bonus target: 10%
- Stable long-term opportunity within an established engineering organization
- Collaborative team environment with strong technical leadership
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
